Reviews for Chorale (2021)
“With Chorale, Cirrus succeeds in further moulding a uniquely captivating sound, without displaying any obvious points of reference. What is evident is that the quartet has refined and broadened its personal language in subtle yet persuasive ways. As fresh, progressive and original-sounding as ever.” - Ian Patterson
“Cirrus is in every way a Band, presenting the delicate melodies in a unified and tender way, with ears wide open to one another. (...) Riveting and personal all the way through. (5/6)” - Tor Hammerø
“ Nobody has such mastery of the vocal toolset, or sings so softly and simultaneously clear as glass as Eva Bjerga Haugen. (...) Onarheim's warm, but distinctive bass tone blends perfectly with Brækhus' drumming style. (...) Chorale is an exciting second album from a distinctive Stavanger-band.” - Lars Mossefinn
“Cirrus is an interesting band that I hadn't noticed until now. Bundled with this record I also received their debut album, and if that one is as good as Chorale, the neighbours should know what I'll be sharing with them when it comes time for a glass on the front porch. A thoroughly excellent record that stands out in the western Norway scene.” - Jan Granlie
Reviews for Méli Mélo (2013)
“Everything they do, they do so effortlessly and maturely, which makes me hope and long for more, not to mention the chance to experience them live. This is simply a phenomenal record that I'm brining with me into the summer.” - Johan Scherwin
“Even by Norway’s heady, incredibly eclectic standards, Cirrus’ stunning debut marks it out as one of the most original groups to have emerged for some years. Tuneful yet experimental, grooving and beautifully haunting (...)”
“A masterful piece of a jazz record. Of course we fall in love.”
“This is what the Danish would call 'smukt' [beautiful]. Very 'smukt'.[5 out of 6 stars]”
— Leif Tore Lindø, Stavanger Aftenblad